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Perspectives on the Indiana Economy, 1981-1982

Interviewee
Bowen, Otis R. May 27, 1982 

Call Number
82-048

Physical Description

19 pages; 1 tape, 1 7/8 ips, 60 minutes; index

Interviewer
King, R.T.

Access Status

Open

Scope and Content Note

Governor Otis Bowen, born 1918, discusses his approach to economic development while governor, including the East Chicago Cline Avenue extension, transportation concerns, and Indiana resources to help entice business to the state. He also talks about the 1973 tax package, the history, its benefits, and the influence of Lake County, Indiana on its passage.

  • Keywords
    • Corporation Names
    • Indiana Department of Commerce
    • Indiana Occupational Safety and Health Administration
    • Indianapolis Airport Authority
    • Occupation Names
    • governor
    • Personal Names
    • Orr, Robert D.
    • Place Names
    • East Chicago, Indiana
    • Lake County, Indiana
    • Marktown, Indiana
    • Subjects
    • business initiatives
    • Cline Avenue Extension Project
    • economic growth
    • proposed airports
    • railway reorganization